Councillor Reverend Canon Ann Easter

Council - Monday 14th December 2026 7.00 p.m.

Council - Monday 2nd November 2026 7.00 p.m.

The Council of Newham Council is scheduled to convene on Monday 2 November 2026, with a meeting agenda that includes a significant discussion on Our Newham Local Plan - Adoption. Additionally, members will consider updates on the Constitution Updates; Planning Reforms and address various motions submitted by councillors on topics ranging from community safety to environmental resilience.

Health and Wellbeing Board - Wednesday 14th October 2026 6.30 p.m.

The Newham Health and Wellbeing Board met on Wednesday 14 October 2026 to review the progress of the 50 Steps to a Healthier Newham strategy and to discuss the development of its successor. The Board considered the annual report on the current strategy, noting both significant achievements and areas requiring continued focus, and committed to maintaining efforts in its final year. Discussions also centred on the principles, priorities, and outcomes for the new health and wellbeing strategy, with extensive input from residents and stakeholders.

Council - Monday 5th October 2026 7.00 p.m.

The Council meeting on 05 October 2026 saw a robust debate on the proposed Community Neighbourhoods model, ultimately resulting in a motion calling for leadership arrangements to reflect the democratic composition of the wards. The motion was carried with 34 votes in favour, 0 against, and 22 abstentions.

SACRE - Wednesday 30th September 2026 5.30 p.m.

The Standing Advisory Council on Religious Education (SACRE) meeting was scheduled to discuss updates on faith forums and interfaith week, a report on student social action projects, and the council's priorities for the upcoming year. The meeting also included a review of the SACRE's self-evaluation and updates on Religious Education (RE) matters.